Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 Premiere Live Streaming: The highly anticipated Bigg Boss OTT 3 has debuted on Jio Cinema, featuring Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor as its host for the first time. Traditionally helmed by Salman Khan, this season marks a new era with Anil Kapoor at the helm.
As the premiere episode unfolds over the weekend, viewers await the official announcement of contestants. Meanwhile, speculation abounds with a leaked list circulating online, featuring a diverse lineup including social media influencers such as Sana Sultaan Khan, Shivani Kumari, Vishal Pandey, Armaan Malik accompanied by his two wives, Chandrika Dixit, known as the ‘Vada Pav Girl’, Lovesh Kataria, Vishal Pandey, and Kritika Malik. The roster also boasts actors Ranvir Shorey, Sai Ketan Rao, Munisha Khatwani, Sana Makbul, and Paulomi Polo Das, among others.
Based on the international show Big Brother, Bigg Boss launched its first season in India in 2006. Since then, it has aired 17 television seasons and 2 streaming seasons. While Salman Khan has hosted most of the seasons, other hosts have included Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Dutt, Amitabh Bachchan, Shilpa Shetty, Karan Johar, and Farah Khan. This season marks Anil Kapoor’s debut as a reality show host, though he has hinted that Salman might make a cameo appearance on stage with him during the season.
Once again, the Bigg Boss house has been designed by Omung Kumar, who described it as, “Harry Potter meets Jumanji meets us.” He added, “With AI being part of the experience, we have huge keyholes that allow you to look into the outside world, but not inside.”
Bigg Boss OTT 3 Premiere Live Updates: The theme for Bigg Boss OTT 3 is fantastical creatures, with the house featuring dragons and fairies.
Poulomi Das, a finalist on India's Next Top Model in 2016, made a successful transition to acting. She gained prominence by portraying the antagonist role of 'Baby' in the popular soap opera ‘Suhani Si Ek Ladki’. Poulomi Das has since continued to thrive in television, playing lead characters such as Purnima in ‘Kartik Purnima’, where she has demonstrated her versatility and acting prowess.
Following the entry of all contestants into the house, unpacking, changing, and initial interactions, the lights are switched off. Some contestants retire for the night while others remain awake, engaging in conversations. Anil Kapoor bids farewell, concluding the show for the day.
At the start of the new season of Bigg Boss OTT, all contestants are given briefcases containing phones.
During a conversation, Poulomi Das noticed a scar on Sana Makbul's face, prompting the actress to disclose that she had been in a severe accident where a dog had bitten her face. The scar from the incident caused her to struggle with depression.
Poulomi Das opens up about a difficult period in her life, sharing that she suffered a brain hemorrhage following a breakup with her fiancé. She recalls, "I have no memory of those three months. When I returned to Mumbai, people had forgotten me. I landed a show, only to be replaced overnight."
When the contestants receive their luggage, Ranvir Shorey is astonished by the sheer number of shoes Armaan Malik has brought, prompting playful teasing from both Ranvir and Sai.
As Poulomi Das joins Naezy and Anil Kapoor on the Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 stage, the rapper becomes visibly awkward and avoids making eye contact.
In Bigg Boss OTT 3, Anil Kapoor asks Naezy about MC Stan and Munawar Faruqui's victories, noting their representation of his community. Kapoor questions if there's pressure or confidence in Naezy's own aspirations to win. Naezy responds, "It's significant that they've won, representing our community. So, there's both pressure and pride." He also mentions being single and ready to embrace the challenge of finding love, adding, "There's the fear of parents."
Naezy reveals that family responsibilities, particularly the pressure to support his household, have kept him from the limelight. He explains that the hip-hop culture he embraces was not accepted in his family, leading to significant personal struggles.
Rapper Naezy impresses with his rap skills upon entering the show. Anil Kapoor exclaims, "Jhakkas se bhi upar!" expressing admiration. He expresses his desire to learn rapping from Naezy.
In a house discussion, Sana Makbul asks Armaan Malik if she can refer to him as 'Bhaiyya'. Armaan immediately objects, suggesting it could potentially lead to a disagreement between them.
Anil Kapoor advises Neeraj Goyat to hone his skills in verbal confrontations, emphasizing the importance of mastering communication as well as physical prowess in the Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 house.
Neeraj Goyat compliments Anil Kapoor, saying he inspires the youth with his fitness.
Payal Malik becomes emotional as she recounts the moment she discovered Armaan Malik had married Kritika Malik, describing her feelings of devastation and helplessness. Armaan also shares the challenges he faced in managing multiple marriages.
The trio recount their challenging journey to marriage and how they have become close friends. Payal and Kritika reveal that they even have each other's names tattooed. Payal mentions that all of Armaan's savings are in their names, and together, they have four children.
Armaan Malik, Payal Malik, and Kritika Malik join host Anil Kapoor on the Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 stage, where Anil Kapoor hails Armaan as a legend.
Anil Kapoor announces that Sana Sultan Khan will serve as a spy for Bigg Boss, receiving updates from the outside world.
As a fun activity, Anil Kapoor asks Sana Sultan to bargain with him in Urdu. During the exchange, Sana mentions that she doesn't get along well with other girls.
Sai Ketan Rao and Munisha Khatwani make their entrance into the Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 house. Sana Makbul shows great excitement upon seeing Munisha. Shivani Kumari and Vishal Pandey share a laugh, suggesting Munisha will be able to read everyone's minds. Love Kataria playfully refers to Sana and Munisha as South Delhi girls.
In a discussion with Shivani Kumari, Ranvir Shorey acknowledges that if his career were flourishing, he wouldn't have chosen to participate in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, attributing his decision to a recent downturn in work opportunities.
During a conversation with Vishal Pandey, Love Kataria gossips about Ranvir Shorey and Shivani Kumar's altercation, labeling Ranvir as "footage-hungry." Later, Love discusses Chandrika Dixit's controversy with the Municipal Corporation.
In Bigg Boss OTT 3, tensions escalate as Ranvir remarks, "Pagla gayi hai," while Shivani persists in pleading for a bed, questioning if a fight is inevitable. Ranvir asserts, "I'm not afraid." Shivani continues to press him, while Ranvir suggests waiting until all contestants have entered the house to decide on bed arrangements.
During a conversation between Chandrika Dixit and Love Kataria, Sana Makbul Khan inquires about Chandrika's journey. Vishal Pandey and Shivani Kumari join in, listening attentively.
Sai Ketan Rao opens up about his upbringing, sharing how his mother has been his unwavering support in the absence of a father figure. He reveals her reaction to his participation in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 and confidently describes himself as a "green flag."
Bigg Boss OTT 3: Tarot card reader Munisha Khatwani joins the show, with Anil Kapoor revealing that she has also read tarot cards for Sonam Kapoor. Munisha then proceeds to predict Sai's future through her tarot readings.
Bigg Boss OTT 3: Shivani pleads with Ranvir for a single bed, offering to cook for him in return. Sana thinks it's a good suggestion. Ranvir responds, "There's a saying in Mumbai, 'Badi badi baatein, vada pav khaate, yeh woh hai.'" He then proceeds to mimic Shivani.
Sai Ketan Rao candidly shares his struggle with suppressing his emotions, expressing his desire to explore his true personality on the show. In a tearful confession, he admits to pretending everything is fine in front of his friends.
Shobhaa De interrogates Deepak Chaurasia, accusing him of evading direct answers. In response, Deepak asserts that he plans to create breaking news in the Bigg Boss OTT 3 house. Shobhaa also questions his reputation, adding to the tension.
As Anil Kapoor confirms Deepak Chaurasia's participation in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, he invites columnist Shobhaa De to the stage to question Deepak.
This season will feature a mix of TV actors, influencers, newsmakers, musicians, and sports personalities. Rumored participants include Sai Ketan Rao, Paulomi Polo Das, Sana Sultan, Sana Makbul, Vishal Pandey, Chandrika Gera Dixit, Naezy, Neeraj Goyat, Armaan Malik, and two wives, Payal and Kritika.